When He Couldn't Find A School for His Daughter, This Father Established His Own

[@aristired6252]

The fact that a NURSE shook a newborn, especially so violently that she broke ribs and gave her permanent brain damage is absolutely horrifying, extremely abusive and can even be deadly. I’m so glad that Sarah has such a great dad and a great support system but it’s messed up that this happened and how it happened. Never shake a baby, as a nurse especially you should know that. Sarah is a beautiful kid with a great future, especially with this school in place. I’m glad she’s living doing so well!

[@poodlebone]

She wasn't an actual nurse, just a live-in nanny.

[@TheTardisDreamer]

I know a family where the father shook his newborn daughter multiple times. She has severe disabilities as a result and nearly died. His family was loaded and pretended he had a "severe intellectual disability" for the court (a guy who drives, lives independently and works a normal job- and we knew him). He got off with absolutely no punishment. Welcome to the legal system! You can nearly murder a child and face zero punishment!

[@JamButter123]

@@TheTardisDreamer I always wanted to become mother but finding a right man is harder. If something will happen to my future kids I would have beaten him or someone to death. My mother had abused me and my siblings.

[@leonaleona1628]

It's horrible but it happens. My son has CP because he was born at a teaching hospital and rather than the doctor intibating him when he wasn't breathing , he had a student try for over 2 mins!!! (He was born 6 weeks early and needed O2) Those precious mins he went unnecessarily without oxygen is what caused brain damage. He is now 22, in a wheelchair and has limited speech and intellectual disabilities.

[@paxhumana2015]

I would have sued the nurse for what she did AND had her arrested for attempted first degree murder! This is an outrage!

[@MitchellJRappaport]

+Pax Humana My family NEVER came to peace with what had happened to me in the hospital, even after they had settled out of court. The people involved are all protected by their licenses, etc... You have to be prepared to go the distance if you are going to do so, and not "give in" or "turn back".

[@paxhumana2015]

Asuna McElveen hi, beautiful, and how are you doing?

[@ronnieellis9524]

I will never understand how anyone can hurt a child

[@ps6474]

@Blass Really? And what else happened to this nurse

[@ps6474]

@Blass Thank You for the fast reply. Yes, as I further read, apparently she got out in six which is horrible and unbelievable. Thanks for the name too

[@kathe.o.]

This is amazing. A Dad who opened the door to a better life not only for his own child, but for other children.

[@cbaelz120]

The nanny/nurse's name is Noella Allick. She was sentenced to ten years in prison, but that was for attacks on TWO babies, not just the attacks on Sarah.

[@gabrielam.7681]

There's a news article on it www.nytimes.com/2006/10/27/nyregion/nurse-who-shook-baby-causing-brain-damage-is-sent-to-prison.html

[@gabrielam.7681]

She wasn't even a real nurse smh

[@redcajundj1]

This is totally amazing. As a MOM of a 24 yr old young man with a TBI since 2009 I know the importance of this. Zach was in college and now can not walk, talk or eat, but understands all going on around him. He wants to continue with life, however the intense therapy has stopped. He gets some but not enough. Way to go DAD on your efforts to continue fighting.

[@MitchellJRappaport]

+Dana Johnston I fully support what you have said here.

[@agricolaregs]

Wow. I’m sorry that he’s not getting enough and I hope you find a way to change that. Good vibes your way.

[@molliesimington6372]

What an awesome place, a horrific story for his family, but Patrick is doing a remarkable thing for his daughter and all the other children that have the same issues, very commendable.

[@leonaleona1628]

Bless you dad. My son was injured at birth as well. He's now 22. It's been a long hard road but he's worth it and is a blessing to all around him. (I do believe though that there should be some compensation for these children that are injured at the hands of doctors and nurses. It could help in their care) God bless

[@leannestrong1000]

She was not injured at birth. The dad even mentioned that she was shaken by her nurse. She was born healthy.

[@leonaleona1628]

At birth, during birth or shortly there after, if a child is injured at the hands of a doctor or nurse there should be compensation made so that these kids can receive the help they need.

[@kiaragarner6365]

Sara's father is amazing for what he did to support Sara. That is precious of how they are helping kids with disability. Sara is beautiful and cute.

[@marshatomkins7989]

I’m so sorry that this happened to your daughter and your family. I hope you ended up with a settlement that will sustain her for her best life. What a wonderful thing you have done for brain-injured children. Thank you on behalf of everyone you help.

[@lyndallwilliams631]

What an amazing daddy, helping so many others. The love this father has for his daughter is priceless

[@zagnut36]

Sarah is a strong little girl and she has the most wonderful advocate any kid could have a caring dad with the Will to change the system . I was born with Ceriblepalsy while I dont have the same level of disability that Sarah has back then there was hardly any kind of Programs for children like me at the time and I know it would have been virtually none existent for Sarah Good Job for seeing a need and meeting that need . And I hope the nurse that did this to Sarah is never placed around children again and never sees the light of day out side of a prison cell

[@tanagiberson4770]

He is a good Dad

[@batsonelectronics]

wow, $135K a year means even a Million $ lawsuit win won't really last long for these kids. A parent would need to win 10-20 Million to really take care of these kids until death. It is so sad her injury could have been prevented and that a NURSE did it. So much praise for this dad who wanted to do the best for his girl, and help others along the way.

[@lozzylols]

There are some outstanding people in the world. To just give up everything you know to go into a totally different area, even for your precious child, is still an amazingly big step and he turned it into something brilliant!

[@Rosaron7]

May the Lord give you, and your staff the victory, for your efforts! 🌹

[@carollollol]

One small step for Sarah-Jane, one big step for childcare. 🥰 It's so sad what happened to her, it never should have been that way. But its amazing, what her family accomplished. Wauw what an inspiration!

[@CookingItAllWithYasmin]

This is so beautiful! I’m happy that these children get a second chance in life and getting full potential education ❤️❤️🙏🏽📚

[@jodeedugger7570]

I was on an IEP and was around many children with brain injuries and focused my senior year of high school working with them for a credit in high school this humbled me so much and my main student I had surpassed their goals and they were worried that they may have to stay back in the program one more year. After we were done that wasn’t necessary 😊😌👍💜🤓

[@taralynneethier-southard4735]

If your school ever comes to MA, I would absolutely love to be a volunteer. So happy to see Sarah (and others) making progress. Hoping that nurse has severe consequences because she can't say she didn't know not to shake a baby... and why in the world would one need to shake a 5day old baby!

[@Lovelycat563]

Omg thanks so much,I work for a little girl with cp and more health complications but I love my job and taking care of her is a blessing.

[@TheBgoz]

Oh wow - this is a testament to how much a man can love his child. It's beautiful, & truly amazing. Shit...that's one lucky little girl.

[@MitchellJRappaport]

+Chook G I fully agree!

[@ellsworthjohnson8647]

Wow that's awesome it's good to see 👀people who care about disabled kids and adults bless 🙌🙏👏

[@ellioshiem7892]

Patrick is TRULY PRICELESS.....

[@dominique573n9]

My daughter has a brain injury, we live in Orange County NY. I have to homeschool my child because there is nothing around here for children with brain injuries. I hope to be able to do this one day for other children with brain damage. We need this for children, they need all the help in the world. My daughter also has brain damage due to medical malpractice.

[@amandadellinger1392]

Wonderful! What you have helped to put together is amazing!

[@vibesmatter2171]

I know a kid who's like her everyday while I was in school everyday I tried to put a smile in her face which I did

[@kdjspanner3930]

Thanks for this inspirational story

[@paintingwithcammiebourke3984]

This pop has an angel I feel so sorry for him

[@loro9385]

So much new knowledge is coming about the brain. I see a lot of hope here. Good for this dad.

[@willemh3319]

respect to you DAD👍👍

[@hellosunshine305]

I wish the nurse who injured that her would come spend a day at school with Sarah Jane. See that she is strong, brave but has very different needs now because of her actions.

[@shevvied6331]

I wouldn't want that woman around any children, especially the child who's life she altered so dramatically and irreversibly.

[@katie-st8nx]

This happens to my friends sister. She wasn't shaken but the hospital was negligent and she got an infection shortly after birth. She's incredibly smart, but her mother had to quite her job judt to take care of her. I'm glad this school exsists.

[@MitchellJRappaport]

Great story!

[@tiadavenport5465]

I understand that people are commenting on what the point is, but at the same time, some people didn't think Helen Keller had anything to learn or think about either, and she accomplished so much in her lifetime. As a parent who lost a brain-injured baby, it's wonderful to see a place that can give the parents an outlet for their child. It doesn't matter if they don't write the next American novel; it matters that for a part of their day, parent and child, they get to experience something other than sadness, regret, anger, etc.

[@laurenloeffler7502]

i really hope this continues to go somewhere for you and you’re children and this to break out for others to gain hope:)) i’m very happy and a proud teenager to wanting to help with special / trauma kids in the future this was inspiring:))

[@DoreenPiazzaRandal]

I like the idea of setting the standard in your state so that neighboring states may follow your leadership to make a difference in the lives of the brain injured. You are a great inspiration to so many people. I spend a great deal of time educating the public on vaccine injured children and adults. No matter what the cause children need help and assistance moving forward. Great work you are doing! :)

[@MitchellJRappaport]

+Doreen Piazza-Randal We have done so here in Texas and in other States, as well.

[@leahgracefecteau]

That’s is so awful someone your supposed to trust would hurt her she is a beautiful girl I’m happy she is getting a good education not just for her but for other kids too

[@raxtbk]

On top of helping kids with brain damage, I'm sure this is also helping the medical field understand the brain better in general. This is awesome.

[@angelacampuzano7177]

its a waste of time

[@piperku4850]

@@angelacampuzano7177 what?!

[@leafiddick2976]

@ Angela Campuzano Your a waste of time, you bitch.

[@janetchambers5284]

i love this a lot of kids need help what is sad a lot of kids xant help them selfs

[@selenablack5900]

I really like this video makes me happy to see the kids learning every day

[@hansgunther4827]

A real Man 💪❤️ Your work is so amazing.. 😢 Grüße aus Deutschland!

[@rainbowgirlism]

I know children can be exhausting. I've done a lot of child care. But I never shook anybody!

[@rainbowgirlism]

Beautiful middle and end of story, but horrible beginning.

[@Jadyn_Sage]

I'd love to hear an update on this school

[@dmedina6835]

That NURSE should be put down - I am so sorry and pray science and technology catch up for you and your family - stay strong - your daughter is awesome !

[@ray_ayy]

This is horrible... that nurse stole her future. She was born healthy and whole and had that all taken away.

[@Andreas16375]

What you guys have done is amazing, But i do wonder, What happened with the nurse who caused this for Sarah?

[@carolhutchinson7763]

10 years in prison.

[@breee4093]

@@vanessafarnsworth9077 WHAT she should be in prison for life

[@sophiebyers5496]

@@breee4093 IKR, she ruined Sarah’s life

[@ps6474]

@@vanessafarnsworth9077 Omg, you serious?

[@softieswirls]

@@sophiebyers5496 Because of that she’ll never be able to walk or talk

[@robinkeiger2208]

Why would you shake a baby like that? You're not allowing this child to grow, or help herself You're keeping her from doing what she can for herself. Thank God for her father allowing her to do what she wants and to live her life as best as she can.

[@AbAgOfSaNd]

I teared up

[@jodeedugger7570]

Wow this is so awesome 👏🏻

[@terrariley4289]

how does this not have more likes?

[@ElizabethAStuckel61]

Patrick, you are your daughter's 'Angle in Disguise!'

[@krisperez619]

Fantastic!

[@lilymoss-yerg9666]

The only complaint that I have is the cost of tuition. Children with disabilities don’t come from just rich families, but poor families as well. He should lower it so that everyone can have access to the amazing education here

[@blackghost6265]

Not really he shouldn't lower it it costs a lot of money to run and pay for equipment and insurance

[@leannestrong1000]

I am on the Autism Spectrum, and have thought about possibly starting a school for children with Autism OR other challenges (such as Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, ADHD, Tourette Syndrome, TBI, Dyslexia, Intellectual Disability, etc.).

[@NYMusic89563]

I hope that nurse went to jail !

[@suburbohemian]

How could doctors bail so fast when we all know that the brain's plasticity for recovery especially in the young is so strong?

[@tiiti2003]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@emeraldkimble7602]

One doesn’t use rolling walker for ambulation pats use gymnastics male parallel bars

[@tanyagarcia3721]

Three pediatrician should have been fitted and had several different law suits against her and not be in healthcare our anywhere but in jail

[@patrickdonohue1619]

Thank you very much for all of the kind words of support and encouragement -- please keep the prayers coming, they work! If someone is interested in starting an iHOPE (we've are working to establish them in other cities across the country and around the world), please visit the website www.iHOPEnyc.org to contact us. Also, if someone wants to support our efforts, please visit the website! All the best, Patrick (Sarah Jane's dad)

[@gamingpenguin1182]

You are a truly amazing guy (i am 10 and would love to have you as my dad) all my prayers to sarah jane

[@SKOLAH]

We need to change. End of. Why does the west accept children with disabilities missing education, but not Able kids missing education? Can we start making society more accessible for wheelchair use one day soon? I understand health benefits, but the narrative of walking being the pinnacle of being a human also needs to change. Ableism needs to change. The one form of discrimination that is still yet to reveive a mainstream spotlight and backlash. I hope the nurse was prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

[@haruruben]

Omg a nurse shook the baby? What the hell...

[@martinefrancesmctiernan7624]

I hope the live in nanny went to jail. Sarah Jane has an amazing family.

[@melisacorzofabian8085]

¡SUCH AN INSPIRING STORY! Sending prayers to you and Sarah Patrick, remember God loves you and He's right there for you at all times and storms

[@marycanary]

How old is this video because don't they usually prosecute people for doing this kind of thing?

[@jackiehopkins5118]

What conditions does your child have and why she in a wheelchair? And she is so cute and beautiful

[@carolhutchinson7763]

Sara Jane was violently shaken and possibly bashed against something by her baby sitter. Babies are fragile and the brain in people of all ages is very soft.

[@gigisoglamorousipeeglitter7466]

Maybe watch and listen to the video! You wouldn’t have to ask then!

[@shammydammy2610]

@@carolhutchinson7763 Not a sitter. A nurse.

[@annetteslife]

@@gigisoglamorousipeeglitter7466 you don't need to be rude

[@Chloe-gd8qk]

@@shammydammy2610 by nurse, they are meaning a nanny. It was not a hospital nurse. It’s a nurse within childcare.

[@angelaaguilar4512]

yeah

[@Duvmasta]

What about her mother?

[@camelavillota3337]

135,000 dollars a year?!?!

[@divahc1]

Private schools can cost more. Therapists, and specialised equipment is a very costly prospect.

[@shammydammy2610]

What were you expecting the price tag to be?

[@Light-so2sj]

I know that to pay all these people and for equipment is a lot but this price doesn't help a lot of people who are struggling financially. It's just painful to feel like your kid might get better with this school but you can't afford it.

[@SuperMrsMar]

@@Light-so2sj It said in the video that the public school system reimburses the families for the cost to tuition. Legally, if you have a SPED child whose needs are unable to be met in public school, you can send them to a private school that can provide for their needs. But, because every child is entitled to a public school education, public schools are required to foot the bill for that private school. My assumption is that they "bill" the families and tell them that they have been given a zero interest loan (that they are not expected to pay) until the public school reimbursements them for tuition. No burden on the family and the child receives the care they deserve.

[@Chloe-gd8qk]

@@Light-so2sj if you watched the video you’d see it is reimbursed.

[@jeannieves6275]

Devastating

[@angelacampuzano7177]

what is the purpose of them going to school

[@misspinkpunkykat]

Same reason so called normal kids go to school. To learn.

[@Chloe-gd8qk]

To learn, even if they aren’t doing exams and what would be learning for neurotypical people, they are learning other things.

[@annemarie5622]

$135 000, a year?

[@olgak4446]

They’re not actually paying it, it’s reimbursed

[@Zephyralpha32]

They told my parents I'd never learn to talk. Never trust child psychologists.

[@jorjialamb99]

Uh it’s called a special school there is plenty in America they do the exact same thing

[@shammydammy2610]

There aren't plenty that specialize in children with TBI.

[@aussiefurbymogwaifan6621]

Was thinking that...

[@angelacampuzano7177]

this is a waste of time

[@olgak4446]

Why tho? Are we supposed to lock these children at home, in the basement? Shoot them? Of course they’re not going to take SATs or other exams but they’re still entitled to education 🙃

[@angelacampuzano7177]

@@olgak4446 but they will foerget it and wont use it ever

[@olgak4446]

@@angelacampuzano7177 do you think “normal” children remember everything they learn in school? Should we deny them the right to education? Because by your logic them going to school is also pointless. Besides their learning isn’t based solely on abcs and 123s. It’s focused on gaining motor functions, stimulating their brains. It is a form of education that is catered to their needs

[@angelacampuzano7177]

@@olgak4446 Well I remember most everything in school I remember everything on Julies Cesar and know how to drive theses kids get do anything without help or guidance they are restarted

[@olgak4446]

@@angelacampuzano7177 you certainly didn’t pay attention in English classes then